$106,590 /yr
Under the direction of the Utilities Engineering Manager, this position diagnoses, repairs, and develops and implements preventive maintenance programs for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and minimizes unscheduled interruptions.
The SCADA Specialist is a skilled journey-level position that performs a variety of skilled work in designing, assembling and installation of automation control cabinets, hardware and software programs.
This position oversees testing of new and current systems and identifies discrepancies in information processing and consults with vendor to ensure specific needs and/or conditions are met.
The incumbent is responsible for training personnel on the operation of the new systems; providing technical expertise and input in the operations of the SCADA and various other control systems and for the public safety during the performance of daily assignments, planned and emergency situations.
Please see the attached job description for complete review of what this exciting and new position entails. Please submit a completed application along with your resume to: The City of Fernley, Human Resources, 595 Silver Lace Blvd., Fernley, NV 89408 or email to mcarter@cityoffernley.org.
For additional information, please contact Mitzi Carter, HR Manager at 775.784.9863 or mcarter@cityoffernley.org.
The City of Fernley is an equal opportunity employer with preference given to qualified Vets.
In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.
Qualifications
Graduation from high school, general education degree, or equivalent, supplemented by completion of a two (2) year Electrical Apprenticeship program or trade school, to include at least six (6) weeks of classroom training in PLC programming; and Experience: Two (2) – four (4) years of experience in SCADA/Controls, with preference for four (4) or more years of experience. Experienced in IT Networking.
Special Requirements
Valid current NV State driver’s license or with the ability to obtain a NV State license. Experience in Water and Utility control systems, SCADA system installation and troubleshooting, and programming using PLC software
Miscellaneous Information
The City of Fernley offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Fernley participates in the Nevada PERS retirement program and offers health, dental, vision, deferred compensation program, and various levels of life, AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability. We also offer 13 paid holidays and both vacation and sick leave accruals.
